Advice from a Billionaire Rebel (part 3)

"Success is creating something I can be proud of.
It is creating something that people around me could be proud of,
creating something that really makes a difference." Sir Richard Branson

This quote is by Sir Richard Branson, one of my favorite heroes…from his business success AND by his spirit of Giving!

Well here we are, the third and final piece of my mini series on pearls of wisdom from a billionaire rebel-one I truly admire! I hope you are enjoying the bites and bytes from his interview I was privy to recently. I am in beautiful Toronto at the ONE KING STREET WEST-luxury condo hotel! The hotel generously provided us with a spectacular deluxe suite on the 49th floor with a 3 window panoramic view of magnificent Lake Ontario! I  love being spoiled by hotels and always will let you know when  I discover extraordinary ones!

In truth…I'm torn between staying in the room seeing all that is going on in this busy urban city from high up on the 49th or hoofing it like the tourist explorer I am on this trip and going on a city trolley tour-I think a bit of both will be happening!

I'll return to you with more advice and thoughts and resources on creating a fabulous Midlife Entrepreneur's life next week!

For those of you who are familiar with me through my articles, well then you know that I am passionate about teaching entrepreneurial secrets, then empowering others to be successful in their entrepreneurial pursuits.

I had the awesome opportunity recently to hear Sir Richard Branson, thought I would share some of the highlights of his talk with you. I am still reeling from the sheer joy of "sitting at this billionaire's feet" so to speak and learn from such an incredible role model!

Building an Empire

• Develop your brand

• Protect your brand

• Each organization is its own entity

• Always protect the downside

• Marketing and Promotion is key

• Publicity is important

Definition of A Social Entrepreneur

• Using entrepreneurial skills to tackle social problems

• Coordinating

• Disseminating information

• Looking for better practices to use

Final Comment…..(Sir Richard)

" Go for it! Screw it, just do it. Anyways…good luck cause

Fortune Favors The Brave!"

Take a look at his Richard Branson's Foundation for a look at a real example of the Spirit of Giving! @ www.VirginUnite.com

Until next week!

Elizabeth